What was the special mission of John the Baptist?

Answer

"There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. The same came for a witness, to bear witness of
the Light, that all men through him might believe." John 1: 6, 7.

For what is all Scripture profitable?
How is Christ's second coming described in the Psalms?
Through what instrumentality is conversion wrought?
Wherever Abraham went, what was his practice?
What did God say to Abraham concerning the Amorites?
What testimony did Christ bear concerning His relation to the law and the prophets?
How often did David say he would pray?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle